Thames Town Travel Guide
Shanghai
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Popular places to visit
Shanghai Disneyland©
Enjoy the excitement at Shanghai Disneyland© and see why people love this theme park in Shanghai. Wander through the picturesque gardens and riverfront in this vibrant area.
The Bund
The changing fortunes of this sprawling riverside walkway are symbolic of the evolution of Shanghai itself.
People's Square
To see the modern heart of Shanghai, visit this square, a vast green space surrounded by museums and a grand theater.
Nanjing Road Shopping District
Experience the bustling energy of Shanghai’s most famous commercial street, with a pedestrian mall surrounded by traditional and luxury shopping opportunities.
Oriental Pearl Tower
Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.
Yu Garden
Created as a place of sanctuary over 400 years ago, Yu Yuan Gardens still provide a soothing retreat from the bustling streets of the Old Town.
Top hotels in Thames Town
Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao
Very clean. Great service! Outstanding food
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Shangri-La Qiantan, Shanghai
Clean, friendly, efficient
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Cordis Shanghai Hongqiao
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Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park
Great
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place Shanghai Hongqiao CBD
Awesome
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Pullman Shanghai Xuhui
The staff was very friendly and helpful will come to visit again in Shanghai! Great experience for my baby first trip
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thames Town
Songjiang District
The churches and gardens are just a few things visitors like about Songjiang District. Happy Valley Amusement Park and Shanghai Sculpture Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Songjiang Xincheng Station or Kaiyuan Plaza Tram Stop to get around the larger area.
Qingpu District
Qingpu District is well liked for its mountain views and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shanghai Outlets and Dianshan Lake are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Qingpu Xincheng Station or Huijin Road Station to get around.
Minhang
Get to know Minhang and its many features like its breweries and spas. You might want to explore sights like Qibao Old Street and Huangpu River, and you can jump on the metro at Shujian Road Station or Shuangbai Road Station to get around the city.
Hongqiao
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Hongqiao. Top attractions like Hongqiao Int'l Pearl City and Laowai Street 101 are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hechuan Road Station or Longbai Xincun Station to see more of the city.
Puxi
Known for its beautiful gardens and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Puxi. Check out top attractions like The Bund and Zhongshan Park, and jump on the metro at Songhong Road Station or Jiangsu Road Station to see more of the city.
Gubei
The beautiful gardens and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Gubei. Check out Huangjincheng Road Pedestrian Street or Song Qingling Mausoleum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Yaohong Road Station to get around town.
